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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
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...working properly, if it is required around the machine needle. 11. This sewing machine is damaged, it to the symbol "{" position...pull or push fabric while stitching. Do not unplug by authorized dealer. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when...free from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. Do not allow this machine to ensure that they do not play with any adjustments in the needle area, such as contained in this manual...
...working properly, if it is required around the machine needle. 11. This sewing machine is damaged, it to the symbol "{" position...pull or push fabric while stitching. Do not unplug by authorized dealer. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when...free from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. Do not allow this machine to ensure that they do not play with any adjustments in the needle area, such as contained in this manual...
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...first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any other hot objects. 2. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. For a longer service life 1. up lever, needle, or ..., or other moving parts. 2. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Be sure to change without notice. 2 Do not drop...
...first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any other hot objects. 2. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. For a longer service life 1. up lever, needle, or ..., or other moving parts. 2. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Be sure to change without notice. 2 Do not drop...
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...SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for sewing...spool of thread for use this to control the sewing speed, and to manually raise and lower the needle. h Flat bed attachment...sewing machine model. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 9) You can use as the lower thread. d Upper tension-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of the upper thread. f Thread take-up lever (page 17) g Thread cutter (page 29) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to select the stitch...
...SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for sewing...spool of thread for use this to control the sewing speed, and to manually raise and lower the needle. h Flat bed attachment...sewing machine model. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 9) You can use as the lower thread. d Upper tension-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of the upper thread. f Thread take-up lever (page 17) g Thread cutter (page 29) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to select the stitch...
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...c against the d presser foot guide. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching ... may bend or break. 32 Select a stitch. b 1 • For details, refer to join together seams and finish them in one operation. They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. a Sew with the edge of the presser foot, ...
...c against the d presser foot guide. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching ... may bend or break. 32 Select a stitch. b 1 • For details, refer to join together seams and finish them in one operation. They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. a Sew with the edge of the presser foot, ...
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BASIC STITCHING Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Left J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64...
BASIC STITCHING Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Left J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64...
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Sew with the wrong side facing up . Fold back the fabric along the desired edge of the a hem, and then baste it about 5 mm (3/16 inch) ... the folded d hem against the e presser foot guide. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Blind hem stitch R 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 (0) 3 - -3 2.0 1.0-3.5 (1/16) (1/16-1/8) No...
Sew with the wrong side facing up . Fold back the fabric along the desired edge of the a hem, and then baste it about 5 mm (3/16 inch) ... the folded d hem against the e presser foot guide. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Blind hem stitch R 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 (0) 3 - -3 2.0 1.0-3.5 (1/16) (1/16-1/8) No...
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...7.0 (1/4) 3.0-7.0 (1/8-1/4) 0.5 (1/32) 0.3-1.0 (1/64-1/16) No No Auto* Rfc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Buttonhole stitch A 32 32 32 28 Buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 3.0-7.0 (1/8-1/4) 0.5 ...to the back, as shown below. Zigzag stitch (for - BUTTONHOLE SEWING Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be...
...7.0 (1/4) 3.0-7.0 (1/8-1/4) 0.5 (1/32) 0.3-1.0 (1/64-1/16) No No Auto* Rfc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Buttonhole stitch A 32 32 32 28 Buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 3.0-7.0 (1/8-1/4) 0.5 ...to the back, as shown below. Zigzag stitch (for - BUTTONHOLE SEWING Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be...
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... No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Straight stitch I (center) *Rev.: Reverse 1 Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - You may also be positioned on both sides. If you may...
... No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Straight stitch I (center) *Rev.: Reverse 1 Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - You may also be positioned on both sides. If you may...
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Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 1.0-3.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/16-1/8) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No Rfc.* Overcasting on the fabric. 1 2 a Elastic tape b Pin...
Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 1.0-3.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/16-1/8) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No Rfc.* Overcasting on the fabric. 1 2 a Elastic tape b Pin...
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... stitch . Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing straight stitch Joining stitch J 41 41 - - Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* J 42 42 - - Appliqué quilting, free- a 42 Stitch Name Pattern No. Piecing straight stitching - (with a seam allowance of 6.5mm from the...
... stitch . Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing straight stitch Joining stitch J 41 41 - - Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* J 42 42 - - Appliqué quilting, free- a 42 Stitch Name Pattern No. Piecing straight stitching - (with a seam allowance of 6.5mm from the...
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... mm (1-1/8 inch) can be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) 1 2 3 a Presser foot scale b Length of bar tack...
... mm (1-1/8 inch) can be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) 1 2 3 a Presser foot scale b Length of bar tack...
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... 1.5-4.0 Yes (3/16) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No loom stitching, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/32) (1/16-3/16)... stitching, etc. *Rfc.: Reinforcement 48 Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* J 15 15 15 15 rative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces 5.0 2.5-7.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/16) (3/32-1/4) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine....
... 1.5-4.0 Yes (3/16) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No loom stitching, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/32) (1/16-3/16)... stitching, etc. *Rfc.: Reinforcement 48 Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* J 15 15 15 15 rative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces 5.0 2.5-7.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/16) (3/32-1/4) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine....
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...Attach monogramming foot "N". CAUTION ● The needle threader cannot be damaged. b Select stitch , , , , or . wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the right side... allowance c Straight stitch Select stitch , or . a Insert the wing needle. Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks e down to "Upper threading" (page 16). 3 Attach zigzag foot "J". Manually pass the thread through the eye of joined fabrics. a Sew together the right ...
...Attach monogramming foot "N". CAUTION ● The needle threader cannot be damaged. b Select stitch , , , , or . wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the right side... allowance c Straight stitch Select stitch , or . a Insert the wing needle. Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks e down to "Upper threading" (page 16). 3 Attach zigzag foot "J". Manually pass the thread through the eye of joined fabrics. a Sew together the right ...
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...stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Utility stitches Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing...Reverse **Rfc.: Reinforcement ***Do not use reverse stitching. ****Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the...
...stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Utility stitches Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing...Reverse **Rfc.: Reinforcement ***Do not use reverse stitching. ****Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the...
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Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 (0) 3 - -3 2.0 1.0-3.5 (1/16) (1/16-1/8) No No Rfc.* R 10 10 10 10 Blind hem stitching on N 25 25 25 - Decorative stitching 5.5 (7/32) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No Rfc.* Decorative stitch N 22 22 22 21 Decorative stitching and...
Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 (0) 3 - -3 2.0 1.0-3.5 (1/16) (1/16-1/8) No No Rfc.* R 10 10 10 10 Blind hem stitching on N 25 25 25 - Decorative stitching 5.5 (7/32) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No Rfc.* Decorative stitch N 22 22 22 21 Decorative stitching and...
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...No Auto** Rfc. motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Auto Rfc.: AutomaticReinforcement ***Select a stitch width of the presser foot) 1.5 (1/16...free- Secured buttonholes for A 30 30 30 26 fabrics that looks hand-sewn 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* Zigzag stitch (for stretch or knit fabrics 6.0 (15/64) 3.0-6.0 (1/8-15/64) 1.0 (1/16) 0.5-2.0 (1/32-1/16) No No Auto** Rfc. J 37 37 J 38 38 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch...
...No Auto** Rfc. motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Auto Rfc.: AutomaticReinforcement ***Select a stitch width of the presser foot) 1.5 (1/16...free- Secured buttonholes for A 30 30 30 26 fabrics that looks hand-sewn 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* Zigzag stitch (for stretch or knit fabrics 6.0 (15/64) 3.0-6.0 (1/8-15/64) 1.0 (1/16) 0.5-2.0 (1/32-1/16) No No Auto** Rfc. J 37 37 J 38 38 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch...
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...0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * 55 For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * Decorative stitch N 50 - - - For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * N 55 50 - - ... 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * N 56 51 - - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Appliqué stitch (for quilting) J 41 41 - - Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 ...
...0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * 55 For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * Decorative stitch N 50 - - - For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * N 55 50 - - ... 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * N 56 51 - - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Appliqué stitch (for quilting) J 41 41 - - Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 ...
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.... 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc.* N 66 - - - APPENDIX Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No...) (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc.* N 68 58 48 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Satin stitches N 57 52 42 - N 64 - - -
.... 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc.* N 66 - - - APPENDIX Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No...) (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc.* N 68 58 48 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Satin stitches N 57 52 42 - N 64 - - -